Ian Maatsen's decision on a new contract could affect Cucurella move
Chelsea starlet Ian Maatsen’s decision on a new contract could impact on Marc Cucurella’s exit amid Man United interest… leaving the Blues with a conundrum at left back
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Ian Maatsen’s decision over a new contract could have a bearing on Marc Cucurella’s departure from Stamford Bridge.
Cucurella is available for loan and Manchester United made enquiries on Saturday but Chelsea may not be so sure if Holland U21 international left-back Maatsen doesn’t commit to a new deal.
The 21-year-old has been offered a lengthy deal but is unsure over the terms and the validity of signing it.
Burnley, Borussia Dortmund and West Ham are all keen on Maatsen and could match or offer better terms too.
Ian Maatsen impressed on loan at Burnley last year, helping the Clarets’ win the Championship
Maatsen has featured off the bench in Chelsea’s games against Luton Town and Liverpool
Mauricio Pochettino has been impressed with Maatsen and the club would prefer to let Cucurella go at this stage.
Chelsea have also shown interest in Boca Juniors’ left-back Valentin Barco but Manchester City are expected to win that race.
Bayern Munich have held initial talks over a move for Trevoh Chalobah while Chelsea still want to add another striker this week as the club look to finalise Romelu Lukaku’s loan move to Roma.
The club is also planning a review of their sporting director roles after the window closes.
There is a belief a more streamlined approach is needed after some tense negotiations this summer.
Meanwhile, New York Red Bulls teenage defender Jed Akwaboah has been training at Brentford and Chelsea over the past weeks as he looks to impress.
Marc Cucurella has barely featured so far this season after a difficult first year at Chelsea
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